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How long is the flight from Sydney to New York?

SYDSydney
JFKNew York
Flight Time
18 h 19 min
Distance
16,031km

9,961 miles

Departure
03:40
Arrival
07:59
From

SYDSydney

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Departure 03:40 · Australia/Sydney

To

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Arrival 07:59 · America/New_York

Route Details

The flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York covers a distance of approximately 16,031 kilometers (9,961 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 18 h 19 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Arrival Time Zone
America/New_York

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Sydney to New York?

A direct flight from Sydney to New York takes around 18 h 19 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Sydney to New York?

The distance from Sydney to New York is about 16,031 kilometers (9,961 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Sydney to New York?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 18 h 19 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from New York to Sydney.